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Cheapest return flight
£587
Typical prices: £265-£341
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Sat 17/11Tue 20/11
DXB - SHA • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£510
Typical prices: £156-£311
Sichuan Airlines
Thu 1/2
DXB - SHA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dubai and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 11% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK)
Cheapest • Avg £248 (return)
Kunming Changshui (KMG)
Shortest trip • 13h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Hongqiao Intl (DXB-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Hongqiao Intl

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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13:10 - 20:20DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 10m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Kunming Changshui
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08:15 - 12:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
32h 30m3 stops Kunming Changshui Bangkok Suvarnabhumi New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£587Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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21:45 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 55m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Kunming Changshui
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12:50 - 03:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Manama Bahrain Intl
£679Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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00:25 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 15m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Kunming Changshui
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18:05 - 04:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£854Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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13:55 - 10:00DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 05m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Beijing Capital
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14:15 - 04:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
18h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£871Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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13:15 - 11:35DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 20m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Kunming Changshui
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09:15 - 23:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£937Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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10:40 - 09:00DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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18:05 - 04:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
14h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£1,001Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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20:55 - 20:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 45m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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12:10 - 01:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
16h 50m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
£1,033Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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22:30 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 10m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Hong Kong Intl
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09:15 - 23:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,274Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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03:30 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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09:15 - 23:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,286Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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03:30 - 22:40DXB  Dubai Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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08:00 - 23:00SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
19h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,401Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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Key details for Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Cheapest flight

£510
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights from Dubai to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 3,976 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from £265 to £341, with an average of £290 over the past 12 months. Anything below £265 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,418, which is 733% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £280 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £331, a difference of £51.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Kunming Changshui (KMG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 14m, compared to 13h 23m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 14h 02m via Urumqi (URC).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 4 hours ahead of Dubai (China Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £280, about £51 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average £259 return in that month – typically £396 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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